Wheeling resident Danni Allen lost 121 pounds to win Season 14 of NBC's weight-loss competition reality show "The Biggest Loser." On May 4, the series' nationwide search for potential new contestants hits Chicago.

Casting director Randy Bernstein will conduct auditions from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Planet Fitness, 3120 N. Pulaski Road. Allen won't be at the auditions, but past contestants such as Wheaton residents Jerry and Estella Hayes will be there to cheer on hopefuls. Season 14 runner-up Jeff Nichols and his girlfriend/"Loser" teammate Francelino Morillo also will join Bernstein in Chicago.

"Casting producers are looking for charismatic people who have the desire to change their lives forever and vie for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lose weight and compete for a grand prize of $250,000," says a press release.

Individuals who have at least 80 pounds to lose are encouraged to apply for the new season. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legal U.S. residents. People will not be allowed to line up prior to three hours before the start of the open call. Candidates should bring a non-returnable photo of themselves.